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Vocabulary Entry
biosynthesis
|noun
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noun
The process by which living organisms produce complex compounds from simpler ones, typically involving cellular machinery.
Example Sentences
"Photosynthesis is a form of biosynthesis that allows plants to convert sunlight into energy."
"Biosynthesis plays a crucial role in the formation of proteins and nucleic acids."
"Research into biosynthesis can lead to the development of new antibiotics."